October 3, 2021 “The Lord God said: “It is not good for the man to be alone. I will make a suitable partner for him.” Genesis 2:18 Is solitude good? In my childhood, information on almost any area of interest or topic could be found in those large and heavy volumes called encyclopedias. Among...
Fr. Mike’s Communication for Sept 26, 2021
September 26, 2021 There is no one who performs a mighty deed in my name who can at the same time speak ill of me. For whoever is not against us is for us.” – -Mark 9:39b-40 Brothers & Sisters, Life is a comedy. Comedy is an art form that predates the current movie genre,...
Fr. Mike’s Communication for Sept 12, 2021
September 12, 2021 The cords of death encompassed me; the snares of the netherworld seized upon me; I fell into distress and sorrow, And I called upon the name of the Lord,“O Lord, save my life!” — Psalm 116:3-4 Brothers & Sisters, Last week, the scriptures led us to reflect on whether our trust in...
Fr. Mike’s Communication for Sept 5, 2021
September 5, 2021 “Thus says the Lord: Say to those whose hearts are frightened: Be strong, fear not!” — Isaiah 34:4a Brothers & Sisters, Rarely does telling someone, “Be not afraid,” actually work. Trust is crucial to calm fears or anxieties. This past week on the first day of school, most students eagerly approached their...
Fr. Mike’s Communication for Aug 29, 2021
August 29, 2021 Humbly welcome the word that has been planted in you and is able to save your souls. Be doers of the word and not hearers only, deluding yourselves. — James 1:21b-22 Blessings as we enter a new academic year! An exceptional education peaks curiosity, ignites the imagination, and sparks creativity. Learning...
The Grasshoppers
Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church Announces New Priest Assignments
The Rev. Robert Katafiasz, currently associate pastor, was selected for assignment as associate pastor at Christ the King and St. Bernadette pastorate. OLPH welcomes associate pastor Rev. Anthony Abiamiri. Assignments effective, July 1, 2021 For Immediate Release Saturday, May 22, 2021 Contact: Contact@OLPHParish.org, 410 747 4334 Ellicott City, MD .—The Rev. Robert Katafiasz, currently serving...
Adopt a Bed Volunteers Needed
Volunteers needed for the 2022 Adopt-a-Bed Program We are in need of volunteers to maintain the various planting beds around the campus. Typically, two persons are assigned as a team to each bed and the weeding usually requires about 1-2 hours per month, June through September. If you are able to lend a hand, please...
Fr. Mike’s Communication for the Mar. 7, 2021
7 March 2021 – 3rd Sunday of Lent Therefore, when he was raised from the dead, his disciples remembered that he had said this, and they came to believe the Scripture and the word Jesus had spoken. John 2:22 Brothers and Sisters, “Do whatever he tells you.” Anyone who has had to wait to...